Zane Rivera
Buffalo,NY
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Dedicated professional offering experience contributing to team success. Friendly, outgoing and reliable professional in restaurant industry with background in cooking and management responsibilities.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive Kitchen Manager
Mister Sizzles
Buffalo, NY
05.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented food cost controls, inventory procedures and menu engineering to maximize profits.
- Reviewed daily production records to ensure proper portioning, temperature control and quality standards were met.
- Managed the ordering of all kitchen supplies and maintained par levels for each item.
- Monitored labor costs associated with kitchen operations and made adjustments as needed to maintain budget goals.
- Scheduled employees based on operational needs while adhering to applicable labor laws.
- Analyzed sales data regularly to determine which dishes are most popular among guests.
- Worked with vendors to establish strong relationships and maintain proper inventory supplies.
Culinary Supervisor
Delaware North
Buffalo, NY
10.2023 - 07.2024
- Monitored kitchen operations to ensure quality control of all food products.
- Assigned tasks to staff members according to their qualifications and experience.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations in the kitchen area.
- Provided ongoing training and coaching to employees regarding proper cooking techniques.
- Enforced sanitation practices such as hand washing, glove use, and safe food handling techniques.
- Inspected equipment regularly for cleanliness and proper functioning condition.
- Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
Head Chef
Giacobbis Cucina Citta
Buffalo, NY
09.2018 - 06.2024
- Developed menus and recipes for a variety of dishes, including appetizers, entrees, desserts, and specialty items.
- Organized kitchen staff to ensure efficient operations during peak service hours.
- Trained new kitchen staff in food safety regulations and proper cooking techniques.
- Ordered food supplies from vendors to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Monitored food production to guarantee quality standards were met.
- Established portion control guidelines to reduce waste and maximize profits.
- Inspected ingredients and equipment to ensure they meet quality standards.
- Ensured compliance with health department regulations regarding hygiene and sanitation practices.
- Maintained accurate records of inventory, sales, labor costs, and other operational costs.
- Analyzed financial data related to labor costs, inventory expenses, menu pricing changes., making recommendations as needed.
- Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
- Monitored quality, presentation and quantities of plated food across line.
Line Cook
Cecelias Martini Bar
Buffalo, NY
06.2014 - 02.2017
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
- Operated various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
Education
High School Diploma -
Emerson School of Hospitality
Buffalo06-2015
Skills
- Sanitation Standards
- Waste Reduction
- Menu development
- Knife Skills
- Kitchen Management
- Food presentation
- Culinary techniques
- Recipe creation
- Customer Service
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Certification
- ServSafe 11/30/2023
Timeline
Executive Kitchen Manager
Mister Sizzles
05.2024 - Current
Culinary Supervisor
Delaware North
10.2023 - 07.2024
Head Chef
Giacobbis Cucina Citta
09.2018 - 06.2024
Line Cook
Cecelias Martini Bar
06.2014 - 02.2017
High School Diploma -
Emerson School of Hospitality
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